DraftKings fended off California players who wanted their gambling losses back. But the judge kept alive the one claim that could shut its paid fantasy contests statewide. SAN FRANCISCO — A federal judge has permanently barred California players from recovering the money they lost on DraftKings, while keeping the case alive on the one claim … Read more
SAN FRANCISCO — A federal judge signaled Thursday that he will not throw out a class action accusing DraftKings of running illegal sports betting in California through its daily fantasy contests, telling lawyers he believes the games are likely prohibited by state law and that the players suing have adequately alleged a financial injury. What … Read more
California AG Rob Bonta declared daily fantasy sports illegal in July 2025 and pledged enforcement within weeks. Eleven months later, DraftKings, FanDuel, and the rest of the industry continue to operate in California as if the opinion never happened.